Amid public concerns over fuel availability, Shri Ashutosh Gupta, Executive Director and State Head of IOCL Punjab State Office, who also serves as the State Level Coordinator for the Oil Industry in Punjab, on Tuesday addressed a press conference at IndianOil Bhawan, Sector 19, Chandigarh, assuring citizens that the supply of petroleum products and LPG across the state remains stable and adequate. He emphasized that there is no disruption in the availability of essential fuels and urged consumers to remain calm and avoid panic-driven behavior.

Shri Sushant Kumar, State Level Coordinator (SLC), Chandigarh, and Shri Parmeshwar, LPG In-charge for Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh, were also present during the conference.

Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) reassured the public that the supply of petroleum products and LPG across Punjab remains stable and sufficient to meet current demand. Shri Ashutosh Gupta said that the stock position of Motor Spirit (MS) and High-Speed Diesel (HSD) is normal across the state. OMC depots are maintaining healthy inventory levels, and retail outlets have adequate stock to ensure uninterrupted sales. There is no cause for concern regarding the availability of automotive fuels.

India’s LPG supply continues to remain stable and is being closely monitored to ensure uninterrupted delivery to domestic consumers, despite ongoing geopolitical developments affecting global energy markets. Domestic LPG has been accorded the highest priority.

OMCs have maintained uninterrupted LPG supply to households across Punjab, with cylinder deliveries continuing almost in line with pre-crisis levels. Customers are encouraged to use digital methods such as SMS and IVRS for booking refills. Currently, around 94% of bookings in Punjab are received through digital modes, while Delivery Authentication Code (DAC) compliance stands at approximately 91%, he said, adding that the All India averages for digital booking and DAC compliance are 95% and 90%, respectively.

While some concerns have been raised on social media, OMCs are promptly addressing genuine issues and sharing timely updates through official communication channels. Complaints regarding malpractices by certain LPG distributors are also being taken seriously. To curb black marketing and hoarding, multiple cross-functional teams have been formed to conduct surprise inspections of LPG distributorships across the state. Strict action is being taken against any errant distributors.

Additionally, OMCs are leveraging data analytics to monitor distributor performance and identify areas requiring intervention. These insights are also used to guide inspection activities. Close coordination with the Punjab State Government is ongoing to prevent malpractice and hoarding, with several enforcement raids already conducted.

Customers are advised to avoid panic booking or hoarding of LPG cylinders and not to rely on rumors. They are urged to follow only official sources for accurate information. LPG supply and delivery remain normal, and there is no shortage. Consumers are also requested not to queue unnecessarily at LPG distributorships.

To further support demand, commercial LPG allocation has been increased to approximately 70% of pre-crisis levels. Additional measures include doubling the allocation of 5 kg Free Trade LPG (FTL) cylinders to support migrant laborers and other vulnerable sections.

Oil Marketing Companies reaffirm their commitment to ensuring seamless LPG availability, maintaining transparency in distribution, and enforcing strict measures against malpractices.

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